If I register my aircraft with the FAA, do I still need to register it in Iowa?

Yes. Registering your aircraft with the FAA does not meet your obligation to register it in Iowa.

Iowa law requires that all aircraft based and/or operated in the state more than 30 consecutive days must be registered with the Iowa Department of Transportation. Aircraft must be registered in Iowa within 30 days from the date the aircraft was purchased or brought into the state. A purchaser of an aircraft who will be basing and operating the aircraft for 30 days or more in Iowa shall provide the following to the department within 30 days of purchase date: 

1.  Fully completed aircraft registration application; and 
2.  five percent use tax with a copy of a bill of sale, or  

a.  a letter of exemption from the Department of Revenue and Finance; or  
b.  proof that the aircraft was purchased by a licensed aircraft dealer for resale, rent or lease.

The aircraft registration must be renewed every year the aircraft is based or operated in the state. A renewal notice is mailed 30 days prior to your registration month. Additional information regarding your aircraft is requested on the renewal notice. This information is important for developing aircraft fleet analysis and in system planning for continual airport improvements.

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